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There seems to be no let-up in the politics which has intensified in Odisha over the whirlwind tours by 5T Secretary VK Pandian to several districts. A day after several BJD leaders and supporters came out in defense of the 5T secretary, the BJP on Friday launched a scathing attack on the ruling party.
State BJP general secretary Prithviraj Harichandan said, “When the government becomes headless, such absurd things happen. The people, who used to remain behind the scenes, have now started to govern. The BJD leaders, who are extending support from political point of view, need to understand and listen to their conscience.”
5T Secretary’s visit to Malkangiri has also been vehemently opposed. Former union minister and BJP MP Jual Oram questioned how an IAS officer is involved in direct politics.
Oram, who is in Malkangiri to highlight the achievements of the PM Modi-led government, slammed the Odisha government on the matter. “How an IAS officer is violating the code of conduct and acting as CM when there is Chief Secretary in the state? Already Centre has ordered a probe and I hope that action will be taken,” said Oram.
Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President, Sarat Pattanayak alleged that the BJD leaders are supporting the 5T Secretary fearing that they would be denied tickets. However, the people of the state will not accept him, he said. Pattanayak said that if the 5T Secretary VK Pandian is keen to enter politics, he should do this after quitting the job.
“Whatever the 5T doing, it is not acceptable and the people of Odisha will not support even if BJD leaders are coming in his support,” said Pattanayak.
Meanwhile, no comments could be obtained from the Odisha government or BJD leaders over the allegations made by the Opposition parties.
